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IH 200 - Aging Perspectives (SR)

Credits: (3 credits)


Today’s students are tomorrow’s decision-makers, independent of their ultimate careers, it will be their decisions that collectively decide the fate of our planet.  This course provides the groundwork for a positive shift in culture around attitudes and perceptions on aging through the exploration of common biases, perceptions, and behaviors.  Students will explore the role of purpose, engagement, and connectivity as it relates to health aging, longevity, and the sustainability of our communities.  Social, financial, psychological, cultural, spiritual, and physical factors that affect healthy aging in both current and historical contexts will be reviewed.  Through intergenerational collaboration and bi-directional learning, students will gain a deeper respect and understanding of the aging process and our “keepers of the culture.”

This is a Sustainability-Related course.

Prerequisite/Corequisite

None

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to do the following:
 

  1. Identify biological, emotional, social, financial and spiritual responses to Aging
  2. Communicate effectively and professionally in written and oral formats
  3. Understand professional ethics/standards and social responsibility in working with a vulnerable aging population
  4. Describe common obstacles older adults need to navigate to live their life to the fullest
  5. Evaluate the safety and efficacy of Integrative Health Practices older adults use to maximize optimal health and wellness
  6.  Explore creativity enhancement activities and fulfilling work/volunteer opportunities for senior citizens
  7. Discuss coping with loss and end of life issues and care
  8. Integrate older adult’s role as “Keepers of the Culture” by passing on their wisdom through intergenerational dialogue and course activities


Frequency of Offering:

Every other year


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